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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1940
Page
1
Disputes over the 1940 budget keep stirring in Cambridge. Several City Councillors in Central and beyond Harvard Squares report political headaches from the bulging budget as activity looks to resume next week.
Frank W. Randall of Cambridge warned business and industrial leaders to choose action over complacency at a Great Meeting and Banquet titled Research Day on Saturday May 18. He urged rapid investment in research to stave off recession and keep Cambridge industries competitive.
Cambridge Kiwanis members and guests dined at Gentral Sq Theatre in a new atmosphere courtesy of Maurice Corkey. 800 members of the Scho] Junior Safety Patrol received the Kiwanis Trophy, awarded to Wellington School this year. President Mert Garfield read letters from President Roosevelt.
Chas F Burley operates a real estate insurance and mortgage office at 276 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston. The firm provides property services and mortgage guidance for local clients in the early Boston market.
Arthur Wright Harvard Trust Co. treasurer returns from a puzzling absence described as not enigmatic by his peers. The social note praises his poised demeanor and hints at a forthcoming marriage with Miss Harriett Carter of Allston. The piece ends with a hopeful sentiment for congratulatory remarks in the Sentinel.
Cambridge Mayor Lyons outlines the citys finances arguing a 5.05 net debt ratio and $73 per capita debt, noting relief costs rose from 1930 to 1939. He defends funding levels for schools and public services while advocating a larger maternity hospital to relieve crowded conditions.
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